Domaine Guyon - Aloxe-Corton 1er cru - Les Fournières - Red - 2023

Wine:

The 2023 Red Aloxe-Corton Premier Cru Les Fournières already shows plenty of charm and finesse, with aromas of morello cherry, flowers, and a hint of delicate spice. The palate is long and precise, carried by the silkiness of Pinot Noir at its best, while the barrel aging adds polish and balance without weighing it down. You can enjoy it now, but it also has excellent potential for aging. Rated 94/100 by the Selection Committee.

Vinification:

Hand harvested grapes. 1.35-hectare plot. Long vinification process lasting 20 days in wooden vats, with twice-daily punching down and temperature control. Aged for 16 months in oak barrels, 25% of which are new.

Color:

Intense, brilliant ruby red.

Nose:

Aromas of sour cherry mixed with floral and spicy notes.

Palate:

This wine is extremely refined, offering a noble, long and precise flavor that can already be enjoyed now, while also showing great aging potential.

Temperature:

Serve between 14 and 16°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Grilled red meat or meat in sauce, roasted poultry, even glazed poultry, coq au vin.

Cellar aging:

Starting today, until 2034 and beyond for enthusiasts.

At the very top of Burgundy’s elite, Domaine Guyon shines with wines that are precise, vibrant, and elegant, all crafted under organic farming. Every bottle from its cellars is a jewel of precision, perfectly tuned to its terroir.

Thanks to our close, long-standing relationship with the estate, we have the privilege of offering you a selection of its finest wines at estate prices throughout the year.